Microsoft launched Copilot Tasks—a AI assistant that handles tasks behind the scenes

Microsoft unveiled a beta version of Copilot Tasks – an AI assistant for automating everyday tasks

The company announced the launch of a beta version of a new system called Copilot Tasks, designed to carry out user tasks in the background. The system operates through cloud infrastructure and a browser, relieving the load on local devices. This allows it to handle a wide range of tasks: from scheduling meetings and trips to creating study schedules and much more.

How It Works
- Natural language – the user simply describes the task in words, and Copilot Tasks takes over.
- Flexible scheduling – you can set one-time execution, regular actions, or a specific schedule.
- After completion, the AI provides a report on the work done.

Use Cases
Task | What Copilot Tasks Does
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Subscription Management | Scans and cancels unused services, and optimizes their order.
Email Handling | Converts attachments into presentations, highlights urgent messages, and generates quick replies.
Holiday Planning | Chooses a venue, creates a guest list, sends invitations, and tracks confirmations.
News Tracking | Monitors announcements on a chosen topic and notifies about new events.
Report Creation | Quickly drafts outlines and report structures for further editing.

Market Context
Copilot Tasks appears to be Microsoft’s response to growing competition in the “agency” AI system segment, such as Claude Cowork, ChatGPT Agent Mode, Perplexity Computer, and Gemini-based “auto‑browse” features in Chrome. The company emphasizes that the system will request user consent before performing significant actions (payments, sending messages, etc.).

At present Copilot Tasks is available to a limited number of testers; further expansion of the platform is planned as beta testing concludes.